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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · 1 day ago

Associate Director of Athletics, Commercial Revenue

Urbana, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $120K/yr

4+ years exp

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a leading research institution seeking an Associate Athletics Director for Commercial Revenue. This role is responsible for driving financial success and overseeing revenue-generating initiatives within the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, requiring strong leadership and a strategic mindset.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee revenue-generating initiatives, including the I FUND, club seating, and outbound ticket sales and revenue generation

Qualification

Revenue generationAthletics fundraisingSports managementNCAA complianceBusiness administrationMarketingLeadership skillsProfessionalismTeam managementIntegrityFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree required in sports management, business administration, marketing, or related field

Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in athletics fundraising, revenue generation, or related field, preferably within a collegiate athletics environment

Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position is required

Displays professionalism and integrity. Understands and displays professionalism that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff

Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience

Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations

Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values

Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays

Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice

Preferred

Master's degree preferred, in sports management, business administration, marketing, or related field

Substantial experience in revenue generating experience at the Power 5 level

Experience managing and leading a 10 person staff at the power 5 or group of 5 level focused on revenue generation

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

A Retirement Plan

Paid time Off

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Company

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development.

Founded in 1915

Champaign, IL, US

10001+ employees